Ulog - Appreciate what you have
Ulog - Appreciate what you have
Sometimes we all need to see something that reminds of whats important in life, sometimes things get to us over what seems important to us at the time, but seeing people sleeping on the street as I will share in this post, really gives me a kick in the butt and makes me appreciate both what I have and what is important in life.
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When I saw this guy not far from Grand Central Terminal on Park Ave one morning, and again when I saw this shot when trying to decide what to do for this post, it really touched my heard to see someone sleeping in such an uncomfortable position and it also seemed clear to me that this gentleman is in such a bad state.
At the time, popped to a little store across the street and brought a bottle of water and a sandwich and left it by the man for when he woke up, I didn't wake him as sometimes people like this can wake up and be appreciative, other times that can get very aggressive so I just left them by him and let it be.
But seeing this again today and feeling a bit grouchy because I have a sore shoulder, back, and elbow, suddenly I realized that's just a minor inconvenience and will pass.
Let's face it I am sitting in my condo, on a comfortable chair with AC running, working on my computer and listening to music as I type this, what the heck do I have to complain about.
Sony A7iii 134mm F6.3 1/60 ISO 2000
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And here is another guy sleeping on the street, also not to far from Grand Central, and you have to wonder what unfiortunate events have led him to be sleeping there.
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And lastly this shot, to me it looked like he was just taking a rest on a bench in a park, and probably is OK, but I know when I was younger I could have rested like that but nowadays I would get up achy, so glad I work in a nice comfortable office with a comfortable work chair so I don't need to rest like this.
And that's it for this post, but will finish off with this final thought
When things are getting you down for whatever reason try to step back for a minute or three and think about those in even worse situations, it may help you to deal with whatever is troubling you with a clearer mind.
PS I hope this is inline with the concept of Ulog posts, I am not sure but it seemed to fit to me.
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Yes and homelessness can come to people of all ages. My 22 year old niece and husband have been living in their car with their 2 and 3 year old children since about August 6th in Colorado Springs - which is about a 14 hour drive from me. It kills me and I have sent them money for food because I don't want the children to not have anything to eat. The only good news is my niece just started a job 3 days ago. Poverty and homelessness exists in the USA - we should all be grateful for our homes and comfortable beds. So glad you left him some water and a sandwich! I'm with you - the last time it was comfortable for me to sleep on the ground, was back in my late twenties! There is a huge homeless population in downtown Dallas...
the amount of homesless is shocking and somehting sure needs to be done
Wishing your neice and her family all the best
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@daveks thanks so kind of you
good job my man for helping out that guy. Most don't care so it's encouraging to see this. Thanks for sharing
@robertandrew to me its just a small gesture I do similar often thanks for your support
Sometimes it is hard to see the humanity in the people beneath you on the socioeconomic ladder. I often would ask people on the street if they would like a meal, even having a few turn violent when I wouldn't just give them money. But I never let the bad apples spoil my enthusiasm for helping my fellow man.
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Being mindful of the fact we are all human and deserving of respect is what keeps you, well.. human.
Not sure if I said that right, but I'll run with it. Thanks for sharing. <3
Thats great that you never let bad apples spoil it for others needy, i try to do the same but after a close call with a knife I am a bit cautous these days
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@tattoodjay nice post. It is important to keep perspective on all that we have to be grateful for... Homelessness is a real problem in San Francisco. I must confess that last weekend I was taking street art photos in a pretty rough alley. There were three buildings, I would photograph a building then get back in my car, move up a little and photograph the next one. When I got to the third and last building and started taking photos when I noticed a homeless guy sleeping on the ground behind a trashcan midway through the alley. I had been in the alley probably 10 minutes and didn't see him. It was jarring that someone else was in the narrow alley with me all that time unnoticed. Then it was jarring because I didn't even see him. I want to think I honestly didn't see him but sometimes the homeless become invisible because they are so common in SF. Very sad.
Thanks for such a kind and thoughtful comment
Yes when there are so many homeless around they can become part of the scenery and barely noticed
Thrasher - Neil Young
Ohh yes I remember that song now
@tattoodjay Hi !! We should be grateful for the things we have, the work we have, the people we work with, the people we work with every day. We cannot allow ourselves to be taken for granted by laziness. We must be emotionally strong in the face of any adversity, not fall into vices. To avoid all this we must have that strength that Our Heavenly Father gives us. When temptations overwhelm us with fury, see your blessings count and true. We are blessed, We are children of God!... Greetings from Venezuela!
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@betzy I so agree with what you say thanks for the visit
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